linfático
/linˈfatiko/
The English word lymphatic is translated into Spanish as linfático.
This is an adjective used to describe things pertaining to lymph or the lymphatic system.
Meaning: pertaining to lymph or lymphatic system (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender with the noun it modifies, using the feminine form linfática for feminine nouns. The adjective takes the masculine plural form linfáticos when modifying a plural masculine or mixed-gender group of nouns and the feminine plural form linfáticas when modifying a plural feminine group of nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/linˈfatiko/
Did you know?
- In Spanish medical terminology, the word linfa is also used poetically to describe the 'clear liquid' or 'nymph-like' essence in classical literature.
- While 'lymphatic' in English can sometimes describe a person's temperament, the Spanish adjective linfático is strictly restricted to biological and medical contexts.
- The spelling of linfático requires an accent on the 'a' to indicate that it is a proparoxytone, or 'esdrújula' word, which is a rule for words stressed on the third-to-last syllable.
Examples in context
- El sistema linfático es vital para el buen funcionamiento del organismo.The lymphatic system is vital for the proper functioning of the body.
- La red linfática ayuda a defender el cuerpo contra infecciones.The lymphatic network helps defend the body against infections.
- El sistema linfático es muy importante.The lymphatic system is very important.
- Siento un dolor en el ganglio linfático.I feel a pain in the lymphatic node.
- El drenaje linfático ayuda a reducir la inflamación.Lymphatic drainage helps reduce inflammation.
Example conversation
Javier and María are discussing a medical appointment at home.
- JavierMaría, ¿tienes cita con el especialista?María, do you have an appointment with the specialist?
- MaríaSí, es para revisar mi sistema linfático.Yes, it is to check my lymphatic system.
- JavierEspero que el doctor te dé buenas noticias.I hope the doctor gives you good news.
- MaríaGracias, Javier, espero que todo esté bien.Thanks, Javier, I hope everything is fine.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “lymphatic” translations and entries linfático, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
